The Bound Between Us

Chapter 845

Autumn's nerves weren't an act she was genuinely anxious about Daria.

Anastasia noticed right away. It seemed a bit over the top; Autumn had never been this tense, especially meeting Daria for the first time.

Katelyn strolled over, trying to keep things light. "Kids are always running into things. It's normal-no need to fuss."

She waved the nanny over. "Why don't you take Daria outside to play? Let us enjoy our tea for a bit."

The nanny moved to pick up Daria, but Autumn clung to her, a little too tightly. "She's got such delicate skin-one little bump and she could get hurt. I really like this kid. Let me hold her a little longer."

She didn't want to hand Daria over, and Katelyn's comment stung. Easy for her to say, when it's not her own granddaughter.

But Daria wasn't interested in Autumn's affection. She started to cry, wriggling away, reaching for Anastasia. "I don't want you! I want my mom! Mommy!"

She really did treat Anastasia like her mom.

Daria's temper kicked in, and she even tried to smack Autumn's hands away.

Katelyn scolded, "Daria, you can't hit people! Just like your mom-you've both got a wild streak."

Autumn's face fell, stung by the slap and Katelyn's words about her

granddaughter.

"Mrs. Walker,

her arms as Anastasia carried her away,

Autumn's worry only grew. What if Anastasia

thinking Autumn was just upset by Daria's outburst. "Don't let it get to you, Autumn. Daria's always

then, Emmie and Nancy woke up, their cries echoing through the house- either hungry or

the nanny to

guaranteed. Peace and quiet was out of

the little ones were settled and calm,

let's just meet the two of

around them, honestly. Mr. Walker and I never had any of our own,

time it's just

them into the car, with Anastasia buckling in the backseat

"Mom, Mrs. Walker really seems to care about Daria.

let's drop Daria off at Salstrom Manor. Next time, I'm not bringing

Daria was

differently.

were crying and Anastasia brought Daria back inside, she'd seen the look on Autumn's face-clear annoyance, even some

either. Most people couldn't resist at least a little cooing or a compliment, but

next time you and Mrs. Walker meet, leave Emmie and Nancy at home. It's tough to relax when the